What is the Responsible Business Transparency Protocol (RBTP)?

The Responsible Business Transparency Protocol (RBTP) is a standardized data protocol for sharing verifiable, portable data on facilities, products, and RBA/RMI assessments, enabling companies to more readily verify and integrate data across different platforms and tools.

By using RBTP, you can create secure digital records that link verified claims about your facilities and products, and respond more quickly to customer information requests while retaining control over what information is shared and with whom.

RBTP is an industry-specific extension of the United Nations Transparency Protocol (UNTP), adapted to meet the particular needs of the electronics, automotive, and related sectors. Both RBTP and UNTP are open-source data protocols, meaning their technical specifications are freely available, can be implemented across any existing software or systems, and are not controlled by any single platform or vendor.

How do I access RBA’s My RBTP Credentials?

Please contact rbtphelpdesk@responsiblebusiness.org if you are interested in creating RBTP credentials.

How do I make an RBTP Digital Facility Record? 

A Responsible Business Transparency Protocol (RBTP) Digital Facility Record is a verifiable and portable credential that carries facility-related information for entities involved in supply chain operations, such as factories, warehouses, or processing plants. Issued as W3C Verifiable Credentials, Digital Facility Records provide essential data, including location, operational details, certifications, assessment information, and sustainability metrics, to enhance transparency and compliance in B2B transactions.

A downloadable starter guide for issuing RBTP Digital Facility Records can be found here: [Link to PDF]

How to access my RBTP Credentials

What is an RBTP Digital Conformity Credential? (Assessments in RBTP)

A Responsible Business Transparency Protocol (RBTP) Digital Conformity Credential is a portable credential that provides evidence of compliance for products or facilities with specific standards, regulations, or certifications. Issued as W3C Verifiable Credentials, Digital Conformity Credentials include conformity claims, issuing authority details, and validity information, enabling transparency and trust in supply chain compliance.

The Responsible Business Alliance and Responsible Minerals Initiative issue Digital Conformity Credentials for VAP and RMAP assessments that you can reference in your RBTP Digital Facility Records.